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Why do some corks have the name of the winery and the vintage on them when all of this information is on the label?

Posted: July 15, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

If I have to drive for two or three days, can I keep my wine in the car?

Posted: July 13, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

I know white wines should be served chilled, but should I chill the wineglasses as well?

Posted: July 10, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

Can you get the advantages of aging a wine just by aerating it?

Posted: July 8, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

How should I approach a restaurant about opening a bottle of Port with tongs?

Posted: July 6, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

What's the main grape variety in red Loire wines?

Posted: July 1, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

I've had some pretty lousy wine in the past, but how would I know if I were tasting a wine that had truly "turned"?

Posted: June 29, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

What does the term "garrigue" mean in reference to wine flavors?

Posted: June 26, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

How can I tell which professional critics have the same preferences I do?

Posted: June 24, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

If a wine made from California grapes is bottled in New York, is it a California wine or a New York wine?

Posted: June 22, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

Prior to an official blind tasting, what "pre-game rituals" do the tasters go through?

Posted: June 19, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

What is "ice wine"?

Posted: June 17, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

What's the story with the use of the word "Champagne" on American products?

Posted: June 15, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

I've heard that you can add a bit of Port to bring back the fruitiness of a faded Cabernet. What do you think?

Posted: June 12, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

What's the difference between a domaine and a château?

Posted: June 10, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

Aren't U.S. wine producers always required to list the alcohol content on the label?

Posted: June 8, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

Can you weigh in on the ethics of returning a corked bottle?

Posted: June 5, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

Is there any difference between Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris other than that one is from Italy and one is from France?

Posted: June 3, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

Why is it necessary—if it is necessary—to let some wines become old to really appreciate them?

Posted: June 1, 2009

Learn Wine : Ask Dr. Vinny

What does the word "privada" mean on a Spanish wine label?

Posted: May 29, 2009

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